WHO
Cox Communications-Las Vegas, Cox Charities
WHAT
Cox Charities, the philanthropic arm of Cox Communications, Las Vegas, invites local nonprofit organizations to apply for its annual grants.
Cox Charities grants are intended for programs that support one or more of Cox Charities’ philanthropic focus areas including children/families, education/STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math), diversity, and/or environment/sustainability. Cox Charities grants are generally awarded in amounts ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.
Cox Charities has awarded more than $1.8 million to local nonprofits since 2007, with grants reviewed and selected by Cox employees. Cox Charities is funded primarily by Cox employee contributions through a “Give Where You Live” workplace giving campaign and a variety of fundraisers including an annual golf tournament. Cox Charities’ fiscal partner is the Nevada Community Foundation.
WHERE
Applications are being accepted online. Visit www.CoxCharitiesLV.org for a Cox Charities application and submission instructions.
WHEN
The application deadline is Tuesday, April 30 at 11:59 p.m.
WHY
Connecting with our community is an integral part of the core beliefs of our company. It is something we act on every day. Through relationships with community organizations and charitable groups as well as employee volunteerism, we make the community a better place.
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CONTACT
Juergen Barbusca, manager of communications
702 545-1004, juergen.barbusca@cox.com